| This is Diabetes: Our brand new campaign
As a subscriber to our e-newsletter, we’re really proud to share the news with you first that today we’re launching an exciting new campaign: This is Diabetes.
We want to show the world what it’s really like to live with diabetes day in, day out. The constant balancing act of listening to your body, managing numbers, dealing with opinions, and of being the most organised person you know. And having the determination to take it in your stride, every single day.
This is Diabetes features real people from our community living with and affected by diabetes - Liz, Jon, Kaajal, Gina, Libby and Snita. We know that diabetes is complicated, and it’s different for everyone. But we hope you and your loved ones will see some of your own experiences reflected in their stories. |
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| This is Gina's diabetes
“The advice I’d want to give myself looking back is that it’s not my fault. It's my body telling me that it needs that little bit of extra support.” Gina developed sight loss after she was diagnosed with type 2 diabetes, and worried about how she'd continue working as a community nurse. But with treatment, she’s now back driving, visiting patients at their homes and riding her horses. |
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| This is Liz's diabetes
“My kids were cheering for me, and people couldn’t believe it – someone with diabetes is powerlifting!” Liz was diagnosed with gestational diabetes in 2009, and went on to develop type 2 diabetes. Here she shares her experience of struggling with depression and binge eating, and the healing process which led her to take up exercise – and become a competitive powerlifter! |
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| This is eating a healthy, balanced diet with diabetes
Eating healthy, nutritious foods is an important part of managing diabetes, and our meal plans make it easy - and delicious! Not only will they get you out of a food rut, they're also nutritionally balanced and calorie and carb counted. Whether you're vegan, on a budget or cooking for a family, there's something for everyone. Discover our range of meal plans today.
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| This is your guide to moving more with diabetes
There are so many benefits to physical activity, but it can be hard to get started. We're excited to share our new guide to moving more – a 50 page booklet packed full of inspiration and advice to help you get active. From advice about managing your blood sugar levels, to ideas and activities you can try from your very own home, this guide will support you throughout your journey to move more. |
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If you'd like to share experiences and chat to other people affected by diabetes, join our online forum.
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Need to talk? Our helpline is open from Monday to Friday, 9am to 6pm. Give us a call on 0345 123 2399. If you'd like to share experiences and chat to other people affected by diabetes, join our online forum.
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Diabetes UK is the operating name of the British Diabetic Association, a charity registered in England and Wales (no. 215199) and in Scotland (no. SC039136) A company limited by guarantee. Registered in England and Wales (no. 339181) VAT registration No. 232 3801 96. Registered office: Diabetes UK | 126 Back Church Lane | London E1 1FH | United Kingdom.
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